Trump Appoints Pam Bondi as Attorney General Following Gaetz Withdrawal

Mon Feb 03 2025 04:11:41 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
Trump Appoints Pam Bondi as Attorney General Following Gaetz Withdrawal

In a significant shift, President-elect Donald Trump nominates Pam Bondi as his new attorney general after Matt Gaetz steps back from consideration.


Pam Bondi, a seasoned prosecutor and long-time Trump supporter, has been nominated to head the Department of Justice, marking a new chapter in Trump's administration following Gaetz's sudden withdrawal due to controversy.



In a surprising turn of events, President-elect Donald Trump has officially nominated Pam Bondi, a former Florida attorney general and seasoned prosecutor, as his pick for attorney general. The announcement follows the abrupt withdrawal of Matt Gaetz from consideration for the high-profile position, which was seen as a setback for the president-elect.

Bondi's extensive experience in law enforcement and her longstanding support for Trump were key factors in her nomination. “Pam was a prosecutor for nearly 20 years, where she was very tough on Violent Criminals and made the streets safe for Florida Families,” Trump stated in a social media post. Their close relationship dates back to Trump's 2016 campaign and Bondi's role as his legal advisor during his first impeachment trial in 2019.

With Gaetz stepping aside amidst increasing scrutiny over allegations related to his conduct, Trump appears hopeful that Bondi's confirmation process in the Senate will be more straightforward. Reacting to her nomination, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham expressed strong support, predicting swift confirmation for Bondi.

The Department of Justice, which oversees more than 115,000 employees and manages a budget of approximately $45 billion, will be a critical platform for implementing Trump’s agenda, including promises to combat political weaponization of the Justice Department and focus on crime reduction.

As Trump prepares to take office, the administration will be closely monitored for how it manages the critical challenges facing the department and handles ongoing legal controversies, especially concerning Trump himself. In a show of unity, Gaetz congratulated Bondi on her nomination, calling it a "stellar selection."

With several high-ranking positions within the Trump administration still to be filled, the focus now shifts to how Bondi will navigate her role as chief law enforcement officer of the United States.

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